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AN OUR KIDS REPORT:La Maison Montessori House vs. Calgary Waldorf School

• SCHOOL LOCATION

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  Address

  Address

  1205 Stellar Dr, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 7B8, Canada

  515 Cougar Ridge Dr. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3H 5G9, Canada

  Distance

  Distance

  5,694.9 km

  7,250.1 km

• SCHOOL OVERVIEW
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  Basics

  Basics

  Founded

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  1985

  Enrolment

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  240

  Grades

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  JK to 9

  Gender

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  Coed

  Living arrangements

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  Day

  Language of instruction

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  English

  Faith Based

  N/A

  School focus

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  Academic

  Developmental Priorities

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  Academics

  Academics

  Curriculum

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  Waldorf

  Curriculum pace

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  Standard-enriched

  Broadly-speaking, the main curriculum -- like that of most schools -- paces the provincially-outlined one. This pace is steady and set by the teachers and school. The curriculum might still be enriched in various ways: covering topics more in-depth and with more vigor than the provincial one, or covering a broader selection of topics.

  Academic culture

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  Supportive

  A school with a “supportive” academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a “rigorous” academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.

  Avg. Class Size

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  Varies

  Special needs support

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  Gifted learner support

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  Preschool/K curriculum

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  Waldorf

  Highly group-oriented and with a strong emphasis on creative and imaginative play, Waldorf preschool and Kindergarten programs have very little to no emphasis on academics. A Waldorf environment will often feel more like a home than a traditional classroom -- the goal being to instill comfort and and a sense of predictability in students’ day. This emphasis on comfort and predictability also manifests through a heavy use of repetition: for example, teachers might read the same story multiple days in a row. Waldorf schools ask parents to refrain from offering children TV or computers at home, and aim to develop in children a connection to the natural world. If you want to learn more about Waldorf education, check out our comprehensive guide.

  Tuition

  Tuition

  Day Tuition

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  $6,170 to $12,130

  Boarding Tuition

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  Financial aid (FA)

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  Yes

  Students on FA

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  0%

  Eligible grades for FA

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  Preschool to 9

  Median FA package size

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  $0

  Enrollment

  Enrollment

  Avg. enrollment per grade

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  20

  Percent in boarding

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  0%

  Admissions

  Admissions

  Admissions rate

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  0%

  Day entry years

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  Boarding entry years

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  Day admissions deadline

  N/A

  Rolling

  Boarding admissions deadline

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  Not available

  Interview required?

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  Yes: grades JK - 9

  SSAT required

  N/A

  No

• School’s perspective
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  Who are you, as a school?

  Who are you, as a school?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  "Central to Waldorf education is a deep respect for childhood. Time in nature is built into every student’s daily rhythm. The Waldorf learning experience is hands-on, with unwired and low-tech classrooms. The arts — music, story, drawing, painting, and drama — are woven through all academics. World languages, practical arts, and movement enrich the experience."

  • Beginning in grade one children learn two world languages, French and German.
  • Handwork and Woodwork are part of the curriculum
  • Middle School students take part in a series of elective classes including wrestling, robotics, etc.
  • Independent School athletics program begins in grade seven with after school sports.

  What does school_name do differently or uniquely well?

  What do you do differently and uniquely well?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  "This whole-child approach to education is rooted in the Waldorf concepts of "feeling, thinking, willing," and "heart, head, hands." These concepts are based on Dr. Rudolf Steiner's philosophies, and adapted for a changing world. We strive to honour, nurture, and protect the childhood of our students; to guide them into healthy adolescence; and to help them mature in ways that go beyond the simply material aspects of our nature and our world."

  What tradeoffs has school_name made to serve families in this way?

  What tradeoffs has your school made to serve families in this way?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

  N/A

  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  Information not available

  What key junctures in school_name's history have most shaped its present?

  What key junctures in your school's history have most shaped its present?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  Information not available

  What type of student is a good fit for school_name?

  What type of student is a good fit for your school?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

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  Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing school_name?

  Under what conditions would you advise a family against choosing your school?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

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  To your knowledge, why do families choose school_name over others?

  To your knowledge, why do families choose your school over others?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  "Our philosophy prioritizes the integration of arts, imagination, and movement into all academic disciplines. Our curriculum fosters intellectual flexibility and creative thinking, with an eye to ethics and morality. Knowledge is important, but understanding what to do with that knowledge is critical. We believe that becoming a successful human is a function of weaving together a rich tapestry of capacities and abilities."

  How would you characterize school_name's image amongst the public?

  How would you characterize your school's image amongst the public?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

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  What aspect of school_name is underappreciated?

  What aspect of your school is underappreciated?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  "The use of electronic media, particularly television, by young children is discouraged in Waldorf schools. So too is the over-emphasis of commercialism and busy extra-curricular schedules. The importance of a balanced and strong family life is emphasized, encouraged and supported at Calgary Waldorf."

  What do families find surprising about school_name?

  What might families find surprising about your school?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  "Waldorf class teachers build strong relationships with their students. Our methodology is rooted in rhythm and routine, and supported by having a Class Teacher. The teacher stays with their class for several consecutive years, acting as mentor, role model, and guardian. A Class Teacher is better able to assess each individual's development needs, and fosters shared experience and a strong bond between the teacher and the students and their families."

  What improvements or changes has school_name made recently?

  What improvements or changes has your school made recently?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

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  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  Information not available

  How will school_name change in the next 5 years?

  How will your school change in the next 5 years?

  LA MAISON MONTESSORI HOUSE

  N/A

  CALGARY WALDORF SCHOOL

  Information not available